Big Therriault Lake Campground

Campground · Idaho ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Kootenai National Forest (NF) · Open Access

5,542 ft
Elevation

The Big Therriault Lake campground is located 12.5 air miles from Fortine. The campground has 10 campsite, including one host site, with tables, fire rings and able to accomodate up to a 32' rv. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, food storage boxes and boat ramp developed for small boats.

The facts

  • Season: June — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026

Recreation.gov's own page

Getting there

48.93675, -114.87783 · 48°56'12.3"N 114°52'40.2"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in7.15.56.55.45.76.52.32.03.35.47.06.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Big Therriault Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Big Therriault Lake Campground?
No. Big Therriault Lake Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $10.00 daily fee per single site
  • 50% discount for Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access passes.

Restrictions:

  • Pets are welcome, but must be leashed. 16 day stay limit on National Forest System Lands. Lighting of fireworks is not allowed on National Forest System Lands.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Big Therriault Lake Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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